Current Research and Clinical Studies
Advocating for those left behind in research
of views of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research in underrepresented populations. Researchers and collaborators at the IADRC examine how to develop message content that may motivate potential participants to engage in or avoid Alzheimer's studies. This study will fill a significant gap in the literature by providing valuable information about cultural differences in perceptions and motivations to participate in Alzheimer's biomarker studies.
Current Research
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LEADS
Funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), the Longitudinal Early-onset AD Study (LEADS) addresses several major gaps in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias research. LEADS is an observational study working to develop sensitive clinical and biomarker measures for future clinical and research use. LEADS enrolls and follows 500 cognitively impaired participants and 100 cognitively normal participants ages 40-64 years at approximately 15 sites in the United States.
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IMAS
The Indiana Memory and Aging Study uses brain imaging and genetic biomarkers, cognitive and sensory testing and behavior ratings to study memory processing as it relates to aging in the brain.
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DIAN
The Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network (DIAN) works to find solutions to treat or prevent all forms of Alzheimer’s with a special focus on Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer’s disease (DIAD), a rare form of Alzheimer’s that causes memory loss and dementia in individuals, typically those in their 30s to 50s. The disease affects less than one percent of the total population of people with Alzheimer’s.
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ADNI
The Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) unites researchers with study data as they work to define the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers collect, validate and utilize data, including MRI and PET images, genetics, cognitive tests, CSF and blood biomarkers as predictors of the disease. Since its launch in 2004, the study has made major contributions to Alzheimer's disease research, enabling the sharing of data between researchers around the world.
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DTAD
The Novel Diagnostic Test for Alzheimer's Diseases aims to determine if pramlintide, an injectable drug that lowers the level of sugar in the blood, can be used to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease.
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SNAD
Since 2016, the Social Networks and Alzheimer’s Disease leverages neuroimaging biomarkers to examine social and biological mechanisms underlying relationships between personal social networks and patterns of neurodengeration in early stages of Alzheimer's disease.
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AGMPThe Alzheimer Gut Microbiome Project aims to understand the gut microbiome's role in Alzheimer's disease (AD) pathogenesis. Samples collected as part of the project are analyzed in an attempt to define the communication between the brain and the gut, and to improve the understanding of neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases in the context of influences including diet, lifestyle and the microbiome.
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PRIMA
PRIMA is a three-month, no-cost, skill-training program designed for individuals with mild cognitive impairment and an adult study partner (family member, relative or friend) to work together to adapt to changes that might occur. The goal of the project is to aid individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment by:
- Enhancing daily meaningful activity engagement
- Maintaining effective self-management of daily living
- Finding and using available resources and assistance
Kwangsik Nho, PhD
Associate Professor of Radiology & Imaging Sciences
Shannon Risacher, PhD
Associate Professor of Radiology & Imaging Sciences